Susan Graichen Obituary
Born in South Kingstown, RI, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Edith Jacques.
Susan grew up on Potter Hill and attended Westerly Schools. She was employed as a microfilmer for Thames Records for many years until her retirement.
She leaves behind her two sons, Owen E. Graichen, Jr. and Kyle E. Graichen and his wife Kaitie; and seven siblings, Phyllis Dillow, Bruce Jacques, Debra Ottaviani, Charles Jacques, Robert Jacques, Ernest Jacques Jr., and Martha Jacques. Susan is also survived by her three grandchildren, Owen III, Charlotte and Savannah; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Brian Jacques.
Visiting hours are omitted. A graveside funeral service will be held at 11a.m. on Monday, November 27th at Oak Grove Cemetery, on Cemetery Lane in Ashaway. Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce Street, Westerly is in charge of the arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com
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